Lot 26
Two Ornamental Hangers for Memorial Lamps – Morocco – Hamsa and Star of David
Two ornamental hangers ("kas" / "kas des-s'il") for memorial or synagogue lamps. Morocco, [first half of 20th century].
1. [Sefrou, early 20th century]. Brass, cast and chased. In form of hamsa in openwork, featuring horseshoe arches and octagonal star. Suspension ring and hook. 26X12 cm.
2. [First half of 20th century]. Sheet brass, cut and pierced, repoussé and punched. In form of two Stars of David, encircled smaller one (with slight convex bulge) inside larger. Rounded bosses between points of larger Star of David. Suspension ring and hook. 21.5X16 cm.
Reference: Jewish Life in Morocco, pp. 40-41, 251.
